East London to Cape Town (ELS–CPT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
ELS–CPT is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. FlySafair and CemAir lead the route. The flight covers 535 miles in approximately 1h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 3 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FA FlySafair | 16 | 738 | 1h40-1h55 | – | – | – |
| 5Z CemAir Also: SA | 1 | CR1 | 1h40 | – | – | SA |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Cape Town from East London
| Metric | ELS→CPT | PLZ→CPT |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from ELS | – | 143 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 18 | 33 |
| Flight time | 1h 40m | 1h 25m |
Travel Essentials
ELS: SAST · CPT: SAST
When it's 6:00 PM in East London, it's 6:00 PM in Cape Town.
ELS–CPT Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ELS to CPT
King Phalo Airport (ELS) and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) are connected by nonstop service from CemAir and FlySafair. With 18 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
ELS to CPT Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ELS to CPT ranges from 1 hours 40 minutes to 1 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 535 miles (861 km). There are approximately 18 weekly flights outbound and 15 return, totaling 33 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
3 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 10 hours via DUR. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) (PLZ).